Local news: Oxford
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City Council approves new Alexandra Daisy Ginsberg public art for Oxford North’s Canalside Park
Oxford City Council has approved Alexandra Daisy Ginsberg’s The Length of a Moment, a trio of monumental bronze sculptures celebrating moths as essential pollinators, set to become a new landmark in Oxford North’s Canalside Park.
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Oxford Bus Company announces festive timetables and Christmas Day airline service
Oxford Bus Company has confirmed festive timetables from Christmas Eve to 02 January, including a special Christmas Day airline coach service between Oxford and Heathrow Airport.
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Oliver Bonas relocates to larger store at Westgate Oxford
Oliver Bonas has relocated to a new 2,954 sq ft store at Westgate Oxford, expanding its range of clothing, accessories and homeware just in time for the Christmas shopping season.
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Oxford Coaches recognised in UK Coaching and England Boxing Women in Coaching spotlight
Oxford boxing coaches Suzanne Vjestica-Brown and Harriet Brennan are being celebrated nationally for breaking barriers, overcoming personal challenges and transforming lives through sport in UK Coaching’s Women in Coaching series.
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Oxford triathlete Oliver Conway joins British Olympic World Class Programme ahead of LA 2028
Oxford triathlete Oliver Conway has been selected for British Triathlon’s Olympic World Class Programme after a standout season, including two gold medals at the World Triathlon Grand Finals, as preparations build towards the LA 2028 and Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.
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Oxford Ice Rink skaters win gold in National Figure Skating Championships
Oxford skaters Ellie Coley and William Sandelands have won Gold at the British National Figure Skating Championships and will perform their routine during the Movie Magic on Ice show on 13 and 14 December. Tickets are now on sale.
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The Alchemist partners with TRIP to reinvent Dry January with mindful and creative serves
The Alchemist and TRIP are reinventing Dry January with a creative menu of no- and low-alcohol cocktails available throughout January. Featuring TRIP’s botanical blends and premium non-alcoholic spirits, the collaboration celebrates flavour, mindfulness and modern drinking culture.
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Westgate Oxford partners with Retail Trust to support and protect retail workers this festive season
Westgate Oxford has joined forces with the Retail Trust to protect retail staff this festive season, offering free wellbeing and de-escalation training. Centre-wide messaging will encourage shoppers to show kindness and help restore respect to the high street.
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LEGO Group to open first Oxford store at Westgate Oxford next spring
The LEGO Group is opening its first Oxford store at Westgate Oxford next spring, offering immersive play experiences, exclusive sets and hands-on fun for fans of all ages. Recruitment for Brick Specialists begins in the new year.
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Crazy Bear announces extravagant New Year’s Eve party in Oxfordshire
Crazy Bear Stadhampton will host an extravagant New Year’s Eve celebration featuring top live performers, a signature buffet, circus artistry and a DJ until 2.00am. Limited tickets also remain for select Christmas cabaret parties later in December.
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Christmas Light Bus routes revealed after more than 1,600 votes
After more than 1,600 votes, the routes for Oxfordshire’s Christmas Light Bus have been confirmed. The illuminated open-top bus will tour the county over four December dates, with festive music, treats at stops and plenty of photo opportunities.
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Oxford Food Hub launches Corporate Partnership Scheme with PQShield as first partner
Oxford Food Hub has introduced a Corporate Partnership Scheme to support its food redistribution work, with PQShield joining as the first partner. The initiative invites Oxfordshire businesses to help reduce waste, strengthen community networks, and sustain vital services for local charities.